Maintenance & Repairs - December 2006

The oil looks good. All ports were plugged during storage. Will there be any rust issues inside. What steps should I take to "revive" this engine. It has a mild performance package (pistons, cam..etc). The block was taken out of a 1975 Caprice. Engine was installed into a 86 Monte SS. Started it up for the first time and there is a knocking sound near the front of the engine. It is not the typical rod/lifter knocking sound. Is it possible that the oil/filter and possibly oil pump needs to be replaced. Would the oil thicken up over that long of a period and not circulate properly through the engine. Any suggestions or advice? 400 sbc blocks are rare so I would like to save the engine if possible.

2006-12-12 20:11:49 · 3 answers · asked by chris j 1

dear moter heads,help please re;87 dodge caravan 4 banger front wheel drive. what is the bolt called that is between the alternator and engine.the fulcrum or the hinge bolt the one that had a rubber jacket around its middle,and where can i get a new one.no one knows where to get.im not knocking NAPA but my store schruged at it.any ideas,thanks

2006-12-12 20:03:39 · 3 answers · asked by gscott43206 2

My car has been parked, and not moved for over a year. It ran great but I had to register it as a non-op because I didn't have the money to smog it. Now I do and I don't know what to do. I've been told I have to take the gas tank out and drain out the old gas and get the tank cleaned. And if I don't and start it up with the old gas that it will ruin the whole engine. Can someone please help me? I don't have a dad or boyfriend or any guy friends that know anything about cars. Any info will be greatly appreciated. :O)

2006-12-12 19:56:53 · 6 answers · asked by carrie 1

Okay so I went to PepBoys this afternoon, and asked them for spark plugs and wires. for my car bc i want to do a tuneup and oil change on it before i move, and the manger guy didnt ask me about the the kind of sparks i wanted, and then he told me that a KIA only had 2 wires per box and each box was 40 dollars,

Is there only 2 wires per a box, bc i know that my boyfriend can get the performace all in one great kind for his car for 70 and his has 6 wires.. not 4

2006-12-12 19:37:01 · 3 answers · asked by rebecca j 2

The system does not lose any fluid at all, not through hose connections, rack seals or the pump. I have tried 3 different pumps and the fluid is circulating in the system. I have replaced the fluid and bled the air several times, but there is no "assistance". I know it must be the rack at fault, but if its not leaking, what else can be wrong ?

2006-12-12 19:06:59 · 5 answers · asked by Clipper 2

Also not to go over 60 mph. Not until the first service when afterwords I can do whatever I want.
Why is that? and most importantly, what happens if I ignored their instrutions?

2006-12-12 18:49:06 · 8 answers · asked by Daydreamer 1

2006-12-12 18:48:29 · 3 answers · asked by corkie 1

my ford taurus is acting like it is skipping when i crank it and when i give it gas! tonight on the way home i was driving on the interstate and pressed the accelerator pedal and the car started jumping and then after a few seconds it would stop. when i stomped the gas it seemed to act rather well, it just acts up when i gradually give it the gas! what might the problem be?

2006-12-12 18:46:54 · 5 answers · asked by Anonymous

my ford taurus is acting like it is skipping when i crank it and when i give it gas! tonight on the way home i was driving on the interstate and pressed the accelerator pedal and the car started jumping and then after a few seconds it would stop. when i stomped the gas it seemed to act rather well, it just acts up when i gradually give it the gas! what might the problem be?

2006-12-12 18:45:50 · 7 answers · asked by Anonymous

Folk lift was on charge with smoke coming from were the battery is

2006-12-12 18:19:33 · 10 answers · asked by djdunkyd 2

I just had an automatic rebuilt transmission installed on my truck. I had no problems until driving back from Virginia to North carolina. While rolling down the road in overdrive it shifted down into third and I tried putting the brakes on and putting the gas down to shift it back so I just pulled over and manually shifted into overdrive and it kicks in every time since no problems without having to manually shift them. So, if I have a year warranty should I take it back into the shop or was it something like just working itself out? Sorry for the long drawn question

2006-12-12 18:14:39 · 2 answers · asked by kyle h 1

2006-12-12 18:10:18 · 2 answers · asked by Jason M 1

I bought a 2001 rodeo 3 ths ago and now find Ineed a new catalytic convertor The thing sonds like I am dragging cans under it not to mention no acceleration I drive 70 mles a day and put all my money into the down payment and need at least 2wks before i can pay the 1500 they say it will cost . My husband says i will be ok for now, But I worry. This whole thing has been horrible

2006-12-12 17:58:32 · 4 answers · asked by melodie 1

Wondering if is it possible to change the Rear Brakes (Drums) Into Disk Brakes...? and Would the Emergency brake work the same or not... Also what about ABS? system if anyone has done this pls share experience thanks

2006-12-12 17:32:30 · 3 answers · asked by Spike Spiegel 2

I've got a 3 cyl turbo daihatsu 1988 mdl had water problem and the mechanics changed the head gasket,but radiator still bubbling of air. So I was told it might have a hairline crack on the head.Is there a treatment for this? I was told there's a chemical treatment for this. If it is true can you tell me what to put in the radiator? thanks.

2006-12-12 17:14:31 · 6 answers · asked by Ricky N 1

2006-12-12 17:13:08 · 14 answers · asked by bluecavyrider 2

Will be doing the change myself, done dozens in lesser vehicles, never done a Z, any issues I should be aware of? Car has travelled 60,000km (40,000miles), is a 1991. Should I be changing the timing belts, or can a good mechanic do a visual easily? Thanks to all for your thoughts and suggestions.

2006-12-12 17:03:51 · 4 answers · asked by Anonymous

Hi. I know almost zilch about cars. I want to find a diagram online that shows what parts are under the hood, in general. Right now I need one that is a general "blueprint) of a car. Later I need to find one for my specific car...

2006-12-12 16:21:43 · 2 answers · asked by natobanato2 4

once it warms up i give it gas and it shuts off then when i start it back up it just cranks and wont turn back on until it gets cold. i'm not sure what it is i replaced the map sensor today but that wasnt it cuz i got no changes. so if any1 could help me out that would be great its a 1984 pontiac fiero se 4 cylinder 2.5L thanx o i also have new wires new spark plugs and a new cap n rotar so........yeah get at me some1

2006-12-12 16:11:52 · 8 answers · asked by danny.mussio 1

i bought a car 2 months ago,very neatly redone.but the parts used were incorrect.oversized compression rings were installed on standard pistons.i've replaced everything and it's now time for putting the engine back.i need to no ''on the pulley's,where would the timing marks have to be placed?''[it's a 1985 VW golf jumbo]

2006-12-12 16:07:26 · 1 answers · asked by seifer912a 1

Same with the crankshaft. Whats the difference between a forged crankshaft and a regular crankshaft? Which one would be better to put into a 350 V-8 Smallblock?

2006-12-12 15:54:12 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous

I just had my oil changed not too long ago and the mechanic pointed out my transmission fluid's color, saying that it might need changing. How much would it cost for me to do it myself and how difficult would it be? Could a beginner/dumbass be able to handle it?

2006-12-12 15:43:37 · 8 answers · asked by Brendan S 1

I left my car's front mask on for days after it rained and I've seen clouds or watermarks that has faded the hood's color. Do you know of any cream or way to fix it? or my painting has oxidized permanently? help!!
Thanks

2006-12-12 15:33:42 · 4 answers · asked by Robotech 2

Battery is brand new and charged, starter was just replaced. All accessory power works. Cannot jump it. When ignition is turned it doesn't even try to turn over, just a quick "click" then nothing.

2006-12-12 15:30:53 · 12 answers · asked by Paul A 1

I am looking for vice jaws for this vice in the united states.The jaws are 6" .

2006-12-12 15:16:50 · 2 answers · asked by sean 2

My 1992 Dodge Shadow has a fuel injection engine. I cant start the dam thing in the cold mornings and after work unless I hit the gas. I know I need to service the car soon, but in the mean time; is it ok to tap the gas trying to start it.

2006-12-12 15:06:42 · 17 answers · asked by caveman 2

how many oxygen sensor is there in a ford contour V-6?? Somebody say two and i believe is two, but someone mentioned once that there are 4.... help

2006-12-12 14:55:04 · 8 answers · asked by Anonymous

It is not consistent. Last year, I had a problem like that, but it would not cool down, so I had to get a new radiator. This is not the same problem because out of no where it will say it is hot, and then 5 seconds later it will go back. Someone told me that I might need a new radiator cap because an old one could screw up the pressure. Does that sound right? Can I just buy a radiator cap(lid) anywhere? Thank you

2006-12-12 14:54:54 · 11 answers · asked by spragueito 1

2006-12-12 14:54:13 · 6 answers · asked by Cesar C 1

ok my battery is dead now, and cylinders 1 and 4 are still misfiring after getting new plugs and wires. service engine soon light is still on and blinks when i stop at a light for too long. after letting my car sit for about 4 or 5 hours, i went out to warm it up and leave and the battery was dead, dome light didn't even come on, no power locks. in the morning i went back out and the dome light came on and the power locks worked, but there wasn't enough to start the car. anyone know what it could be aside from the alternator? and what about the misfiring?

2006-12-12 14:44:06 · 13 answers · asked by i_left_my_mind_with_the_baby 4